Neighborhoods with Crime Stoppers
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Transcript of Neighborhoods with Crime Stoppers
History of Crime Stoppers Crime Stoppers was established in Albuquerque New Mexico in September
1976. The fatal shooting of Michael Carmen while he was working one nightat a local filling station was the catalyst. After two weeks of investigating thepolice had no information about the murder. Out of desperation, DetectiveGreg MacAleese approached the local television station requesting areconstruction of the crime. The re-enactment offered $1,000 andanonymity for information leading to the arrest of the killers.
Almost immediately, the “anonymous tip line” received several callsconcerning many other crimes. Detectives were able to solve a serial rapistwith tips. One individual did call in identifying a car leaving the scene of theMichael Carmen homicide at a high speed and he had noted its tag on thevehicle. The person calling said that he did not want to get involved so hehad not called earlier.
2021
Synonymous with Anonymous
What makes up a Crime Stoppers program?
Programs should be non-profit
Guided by a board of directors from the
community
Support of local law enforcement
Relationship with local media
Engaged with the community served
Primary MissionAll Crime Stoppers programs provide an “anonymous” tip line for citizens to report criminal information
Most programs offer cash rewards anonymously
Law enforcement partners provide a coordinator to some programs
Programs follow recommended best practices
Community
Where are Crime Stoppers Programs Today?
Anonymous
We do not……
NO CALLER ID DO NOT CAPTURE IP ADDRESSES
DO NOT ASK YOUR NAME
DO NOT RECORD CALLS
How are anonymous tips handled?
Tips are sent to the law enforcement agency for investigation
If the tip helps solve a case, the tipster may be eligible for a cash reward
Successful Crime Stoppers Programs
Assist in crime prevention
Reduce violent crimes by solving crimes
Combats the drug related crimes
Engage the community in the fight against crime
Builds strong and healthy communities
Crime Stoppers USA
Crime Stoppers is a Community Partner
If your local community is interested in starting a Crime Stoppers program, please contact Crime Stoppers USA. We would be happy to assist.
Barb Bergin
Chair – Crime Stoppers USA
